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GlossaryClindamycin (Cleocin)

antibiotic treating bacterial infections by inhibiting protein synthesis

Clindamycin is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections, including those affecting the skin, lungs, and internal organs. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, thereby stopping the growth of bacteria. Clindamycin is available in several forms, including oral capsules, topical solutions, and injectables, and is often marketed under brand names like Cleocin and Dalacin.

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research Folliculitis Decalvans: A Rare Inflammatory Scalp Disorder

112 citations , July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

Folliculitis decalvans is a rare scalp condition causing scarring hair loss, treated with long-term antibiotics and other medications, but it often comes back and is hard to manage.

Dissecting Cellulitis (Perifolliculitis Capitis Abscedens et Suffodiens): A Comprehensive Review Focusing on New Treatments and Findings of the Last Decade with Commentary Comparing the Therapies and Causes of Dissecting Cellulitis to Hidradenitis Suppurativa

research Dissecting Cellulitis (Perifolliculitis Capitis Abscedens et Suffodiens): A Comprehensive Review Focusing on New Treatments and Findings of the Last Decade with Commentary Comparing the Therapies and Causes of Dissecting Cellulitis to Hidradenitis Suppurativa

48 citations , January 2014 in “Dermatology Online Journal”

New treatments for Dissecting cellulitis show promise, but more research is needed to understand the disease and establish a standard treatment plan.

research Retrospective Review of Folliculitis Decalvans in 23 Patients with Course and Treatment Analysis of Long-Standing Cases

43 citations , January 2015 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”

Most patients improved with oral antibiotics, but some needed long-term treatment or had minimal response.

research Dermatologic Therapy: December 1986 to December 1987

July 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Various dermatologic treatments were effective for skin conditions like acne, rosacea, hair loss, and psoriasis from December 1986 to December 1987.

research Dermatologic Therapy: December 1987 to December 1988

February 1990 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

New skin treatments in 1987-1988 showed effectiveness for various conditions, but some had side effects or risks.

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